Lead Superintendent

Gilbane Building Company • San Jose, CA

18d • $138,600 - $193,600 • Onsite

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a Lead Superintendent to independently manage all field operations on a $5–$50 million project. The role is based on the job site every day and is a key position on the project team. The Lead Superintendent directs field coordination, supports safe and high-quality construction, manages schedules and jobsite logistics, and promotes strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project partners. The position also includes training and managing direct reports and collaborating with business development to support client relationships and project performance.

Gilbane offers training through Gilbane University, opportunities to develop leadership and technical skills, and the chance to learn from an experienced team. The company describes its workplace culture as inclusive and people-first, grounded in its core values.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7–12 years of experience leading a component of work or a whole project valued at $30 million or larger on commercial or industrial construction projects in a superintendent role.
• OSHA 30-hour certification.
• STS-C certification.
• First Aid, CPR, AED, and Stop the Bleed training.
• Strong technical and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate daily with the project team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of construction software tools, including logistics and scheduling software.
• Construction-document and drawing literacy, with knowledge of all phases of construction.
• Experience and proficiency in most divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety processes and ability to enforce the project safety plan.
• Ability to create a safety-first environment where tradespeople work with an incident- and injury-free attitude.
• Applicants offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day coordination of Gilbane’s trade contractors and their subcontractors to ensure high-quality work that meets the approved project schedule.
• Develop, document, and communicate work plans for changes made in the field.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents to anticipate potential problems.
• Obtain or verify that subcontractors obtain necessary construction permits.
• Establish credibility with owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment.
• Act as the primary safety representative in the field and enforce safety compliance with all trades.
• Lead contractor meetings regularly.
• Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools.
• Create, manage, and update the project schedule, and create and implement contingency plans when necessary.
• Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to the project team and trade contractors.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage jobsite logistics.
• Develop the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan with the Operations Excellence team, oversee the plan, and implement necessary changes.
• Communicate with Site Services/Next 150 to order materials and schedule crews.
• Train direct-report Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen.
• Review and support writing scopes of work and participate in buyout.
• Assist with Time and Materials (T&M) tracking.
• Lead stretch and flex, daily huddles, and pre-task plan reviews.
• Assist with general requirements financial forecasting.
• Collaborate with business development to align project performance metrics, pursuits, and client deliverables with sales strategies, and help strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships.
• Train direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks.
• Manage direct reports’ workload and performance in alignment with company standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that motivates and engages team members.
• Help communicate company and department strategy to direct reports.
• Assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions when required.

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits.
• Generous profit-sharing and 401(k) plan.
• Training through Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills.
• Opportunities to learn from an experienced team and develop new industry skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior